Kinaxia Logistics has added the first fully-electric Volvo HGV to its fleet as the company continues to invest in its environmental and emissions reduction strategy and help customers to decarbonise their supply chains. The new Volvo FM 4×2 tractor unit, which has a range of 200 miles and is powered by six batteries and three electric motors, was supplied by award-winning Volvo dealer Thomas Hardie Commercials.

It is being deployed to move stock for Vaillant, which manufactures heat pumps and high-efficiency boilers to help decarbonise home heating in the UK. The zero-emissions vehicle, which replaces a diesel truck, is being used to transport goods from Vaillant’s manufacturing plant in Belper, Derbyshire, to a national distribution centre seven miles away at Denby.

Kinaxia says the tractor unit will reduce delivery emissions for Vaillant by more than 21,600kg CO2e a year. The electric truck complements other eco-friendly vehicles in Kinaxia’s fleet which are powered by compressed natural gas and hydrotreated vegetable oil, as part of its mission to help customers remove carbon emissions from their supply chains and meet environmental targets.

Simon Nelson, managing director of Kinaxia’s contract logistics operations, said: “We announced at the start of the year that we would be investing further in sustainability measures, and this new electric vehicle sits alongside other recent initiatives, including our greater use of technology and our K-Link distribution network which reduces delivery miles and emissions for customers. This upgrade supports Vaillant’s goal to halve its carbon emissions by 2030 and there are great synergies between both businesses, as we drive decarbonisation of our customer supply chains and Vaillant supports the decarbonisation of home heating through the design and manufacture of low-carbon systems.”

Nick Bennett, supply chain director at Vaillant Group UK & Ireland, said: “We’re delighted to have invested in a more efficient fleet, launching our very first fully- electric lorry which supports us on our journey to net zero. At Vaillant, we are driving the transition to decarbonising home heating with our heat pump technology, so this new vehicle moves us forward in a positive way whilst we consider how we further decarbonise the whole supply chain. Partnering with Kinaxia and Volvo has allowed us all to work together with a shared sustainability vision. We see this as the first of many electric vehicles yet to be introduced into our fleet.”

Kinaxia, which has its headquarters in Cheshire, has 1,600 staff nationwide and operates a fleet of 1,000 vehicles transporting goods for the retail, leisure, food and drink and manufacturing sectors.
The company’s national network of hubs provides a full source-to-shelf logistics service. It has 2.7 million sq ft of strategic national warehousing facilities offering contract packing, e-fulfilment, returns management, storage services and a complete distribution service.

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Deliver Europe, an event for retail and ecommerce logistics, returns to Amsterdam on 4-5th June 2025 with its most ambitious edition yet, marking a decade of leadership in shaping the future of supply chain and logistics. This landmark 10th anniversary edition will spotlight cutting-edge innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and global thought leadership.

With record-breaking attendance expected, the 2025 event will welcome over 1,100 C- and D-level retail executives from leading brands including Amazon, H&M, Levi Strauss & Co, Nike, Procter & Gamble, Samsung, Walmart and many more. They will be joined by 150+ pioneering supply chain and technology providers such as Asendia, DSV, DP World, Geopost, GLS, Maersk, Ocado Intelligent Automation, Spring GDS and Swiss Post.

Attendees can look forward to more than 50 hours of curated programming designed to spark insight and drive action across the retail and logistics landscape. Among the highlights are two internationally renowned special guest speakers. Christiana Figueres, Founding Partner of Global Optimism and the key architect of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change, will address the global retail and logistics community with her compelling call to collaborative climate action.

“I am delighted to be joining Deliver Europe for its 10th Anniversary,” said Figueres. “I’ll be exploring the urgent need for bold, innovative solutions to tackle the climate crisis, how the logistics and supply chain sectors can lead the way, and the critical role of legislation like the Paris Agreement in building a sustainable future. I’m excited to share how each of us can make a difference because only through collaboration, creativity, and commitment can we unlock a greener, more prosperous future for all.”

Jo Malone CBE – one of Europe’s most celebrated entrepreneurs and the creative force behind both Jo Malone London and Jo Loves – will take the Deliver stage on 5th June to share her remarkable journey, offering insights into creativity, resilience, and the art of reinvention.

The keynote theatre will feature an impressive speaker line-up from some of the most influential names in retail and consumer goods. Ajit Sivadasan, President of Global eCommerce at Lenovo, will open the programme by exploring how supply chain can serve as a strategic advantage in the competitive world of ecommerce. Maria Hollins, CEO of Ann Summers, will offer a candid look at revitalising legacy brands, while Tom Killeen, Chief Operations Officer at THG, will examine the critical link between fulfilment and customer loyalty.

In one of the most anticipated sessions, leaders from Jack Wolfskin, Coty, Decathlon and Bonduelle will take the stage for a high-level panel discussion on breaking down silos to unlock value through end-to-end supply chain collaboration. The conversation promises to shed light on how operational integration and cross-functional thinking can drive performance and innovation.

Swagat Choudhury, Global Digital Commerce Director at Mars Wrigley, will turn attention to the future of work, discussing how AI is poised to take on the majority of supply chain tasks and why this should be welcomed, not feared. Meanwhile, Siemens’ VP of Supply Chain Excellence, Alexander Tschentscher, will share how to design a robust and sustainable culture to shape tomorrow’s supply chain. Further insights will come from PwC, who will assess the implications of tariffs on European trade and logistics strategy.

The 2025 conference will showcase 40 dynamic sessions across four thematic stages spotlighting innovation, operations, sustainability, and customer experience. These sessions will feature insights from leading players including Amazon Shipping, DHL, and Colissimo, among many others.

In addition, six exclusive Elite Table discussions will offer retail executives a private, off-the-record environment to tackle critical challenges, exchange ideas, and forge peer-to-peer connections in small-group settings. Topics will cover end-to-end supply chain visibility, retail–logistics alignment, AI-led forecasting and fulfilment, global trade disruptions, sustainable last mile strategies, and innovation through collaboration.

New for Deliver Europe 2025

To mark its 10th anniversary, Deliver Europe is introducing a series of elevated experiences designed to deepen connections and celebrate the power of community across the retail and logistics ecosystem.

On 3 June, the evening of the official opening, an exclusive C-suite Dinner will offer senior retail executives a fully hosted, invite-only evening of high-level conversation in an intimate, off-the-record setting. This will be followed on 5 June by the Women in Retail Breakfast – a curated experience bringing together women from leading retailers and brands to exchange perspectives, share stories, and spark new ideas in a supportive, inspiring space. Both moments aim to go beyond traditional networking, cultivating trust, inclusion, and insight through thoughtful conversations.
Further championing progress, Deliver introduces a new Sustainability Lounge – a dedicated hub for innovators and decision-makers committed to advancing a net-zero future. Opening at midday on 4 June with a special address from sponsor Spring GDS, the lounge will serve as a dynamic forum for collaboration, partnerships, and actionable ideas.

The celebrations will culminate in a spectacular 10th Anniversary Party sponsored by DP World, where attendees will gather for an unforgettable evening of gourmet food, free-flowing drinks, and an electrifying DJ set by French house music icon Bob Sinclar – capping a decade of industry-defining innovation with style, rhythm, and connection.

Together, these additions reflect Deliver Europe’s ongoing commitment to content that matters, meaningful connection, leadership access, and sustainability, while celebrating a decade of innovation at scale. Stéphane Tomczak, Founder and CEO of Deliver, commented: “This year’s programme, with its expanded content and new features, reflects the scale and urgency of the transformation underway in our industry. From climate resilience and AI to trade disruption and collaboration, the themes we’re spotlighting are those that will define the next decade of retail and logistics.”

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Stylish, modern, perfectly connected. Amsterdam is not only one of Europe’s cultural capitals, but also a strategic hub for private air traffic. Its main airport, Schiphol (AMS), is a benchmark in elite aviation, thanks to tailor-made services for discerning passengers, efficient connections, and an ideal location in the heart of the continent.

Private jets to Amsterdam: exclusive travel to one of Europe’s finest cities

Amsterdam is synonymous with understated elegance, refined culture and cosmopolitan lifestyle. A city capable of seducing with its canals, 17th-century palaces, world-famous art museums, and a vibrant food scene.

Arriving in Amsterdam by private jet is the ideal choice for those seeking comfort, privacy and flexibility. Avoiding crowded terminals, flying at desired times, and accessing dedicated VIP services are key advantages, especially for business travelers, celebrities, and high-end tourists.

Thanks to PrivateJetFinder.com, you can charter the private jets best suited to your needs, choosing from a wide range of models: from light jets for short hauls to long range for intercontinental flights. The service is fully customizable, with dedicated assistance, onboard catering, luxury car transfers, and complete handling of special requests.

Why fly to Amsterdam by private jet?

• Direct access to the heart of Europe
• Flexible schedules and immediate departure
• Maximum comfort and privacy
• Dedicated private terminals
• Premium services on request

Amsterdam is also home to major international events-festivals, fairs, meetings-that attract an exclusive clientele. Travel by private jet adds a touch of class and makes every move easier and faster.

Amsterdam Schiphol: ideal airport for private jets

Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport (AMS ) is among the top in Europe in terms of traffic and service quality, and also offers excellence in private aviation. Passengers in private jets do not use conventional terminals, but access top FBOs (Fixed Base Operators) such as:

• Jet Aviation Amsterdam: private lounges, dedicated customs, personalized services.
• KLM Jet Center: h24 assistance, exclusive jet parking, VIP reception.

These facilities ensure short boarding and disembarkation times, total confidentiality, as well as the ability to perform refueling, maintenance and hangar operations safely.

Quick connections to the city center

One of the strengths ofSchiphol Airport is its proximity to the center of Amsterdam, which can be reached in:

• 15-20 minutes by private car or limousine
• Private helicopter, upon request, for ultra-rapid connections to hotel or meeting.

The best luxury hotels to stay in Amsterdam

Amsterdam boasts a selection of top-notch hotels that are ideal for accommodating private jet travelers:

• Conservatorium Hotel: refined and artistic, located between the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum.
• Hotel De L’Europe Amsterdam: historic elegance along the Amstel, with spa and starred restaurant.
• W Amsterdam: modern, cosmopolitan, with rooftop bar and rooftop pool.
• InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam: classic charm with river views.
• Steigenberger Airport Hotel: luxury option just minutes from Schiphol, ideal for short stops or corporate meetings.

Many hotels offer personalized concierge services, private transfers, reserved parking for chauffeur-driven cars, and the ability to arrange private dinners or exclusive guided tours.

The most popular routes to land in Amsterdam by private jet

Due to its central geographic location and international reputation, Amsterdam is one of the most served destinations by private flights in Europe. Popular routes include:

Amsterdam is much more than a tourist destination: it is a stylish, central and fully equipped hub for private aviation. Reaching Amsterdam Schiphol by private jet means an exclusive experience, optimizing travel time and access to tailor-made services in one of Europe’s most fascinating cities.

Learn about all the solutions available at PrivateJetFinder.com and arrange your next flight to Amsterdam with the security of an elite, fast and efficient service.

It is also possible to arrange these routes in a very short time, with immediate departure, assistance in choosing the most suitable aircraft and personalized advice for each stage of the trip.

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When September arrived in Norway, so did the salmon. The country’s aquaculture sector, led by its globally dominant salmon industry, always have its busiest season of the year starting from September – hauling over 181,000 tonnes of fish from cold coastal waters in just one month. But as harvest volumes peak, a different kind of bottleneck is formed – on roads, in ports, and across Europe’s refrigerated supply chains. In 2024, a perfect storm of seasonal supply, infrastructure strain, and unpredictable disruptions exposed a painful truth: when logistics planning starts in peak season, it’s already too late.

Supply Outpaces Infrastructure

The seasonality of seafood is nothing new. Salmon, cod, and herring harvests in Scandinavia follow biological rhythms that concentrate production in the warmer months, then taper off in winter. What’s changed is how tight the margins for error have become. Last year, Norway’s salmon production dropped to 125,000 tonnes by December, right on schedule. But as fish poured into processing plants in late summer and autumn, the cold-chain network struggled to keep up. Drivers were scarce, reefer trailers were overbooked, and ports – already burdened by global congestion – delayed shipments critical for air freight deadlines.

Too Much Salmon, Not Enough Trucks

In Poland, Norway’s top salmon importer and processor, the pressure was acute. Polish facilities handled NOK 14.6 billion worth of salmon by August 2024, much of it bound for fast-turnaround exports across the EU. Delays of even a few hours translated into missed deliveries, rebooking fees, and, in some cases, product losses.

“By the time producers realized trucks were full, there was very little we could do, despite we have extend our terminal services,” said Bjørn Magne Willumsen, Thermo-Transit fish expert, a leading cold-chain logistics firm specializing in seafood transport. “The companies that book in Q1 were the ones still moving smoothly in Q4.”

Proactive Planning as a Competitive Advantage

What separated successful exporters in 2024 wasn’t harvest yield – it was timing. Those who secured logistics resources early in the year were able to buffer against Q3 and Q4 volatility. Their trucks were rolling when others were still negotiating. Their terminals had space. Their shipments reached airports on time. One strategy that gained traction: reducing reliance on subcontracted carriers during low season to maintain a ready fleet in high season. Others prioritized intermodal transport, combining road, rail, and ferry routes to offset driver shortages and reduce emissions.

According to Thermo-Transit, shifting freight through hubs in Padborg (Denmark) and Oslo provided flexibility. Swapping trailers and drivers at these hubs ensured compliance with EU cabotage rules and the Mobility Package, while keeping sensitive product moving.

Global Pressures, Local Lessons

The challenges faced in Norway were mirrored globally. Port congestion in Asia, container shortages, and fuel price spikes left cold-chain transport vulnerable across markets. In the UK, tightened visa rules and crew shortages compounded seafood import declines. And in Indonesia, cold storage inefficiencies showed just how dramatically logistics costs can balloon without infrastructure investment.

What the Scandinavian experience highlighted, however, was the increasing interdependence of fish producers and logistics operators. As consumer demand grows for traceable, responsibly sourced seafood, producers must now deliver not just quality – but consistency. That consistency begins long before the first fish is caught.

Looking Ahead: The Window Is Now

For fish producers, the first quarter of the year is often quieter. The pens are full, but harvest is months away. It’s easy to put off decisions about capacity, scheduling, or routing. But that lull is deceptive. “Q1 and early Q2 is when the smart planning happens,” said Willumsen. “If you wait until the orders come in, you’re reacting, not leading.”

In 2025, supply chain resilience won’t be built in September. It will be built now – by investing in relationships with carriers, forecasting harvest volumes in advance, and securing access to the infrastructure that will be in shortest supply when the season returns. Because as every fish producer knows: you can’t move product that doesn’t have a truck waiting for it.

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DCL Logistics, a provider of fulfillment and inventory management services for high-growth omni-channel brands, has partnered with Dexory to implement DexoryView, an advanced robotics and data intelligence platform that streamlines and automates inventory audits. Since deploying DexoryView, DCL Logistics has seen a 14% increase in pallet location accuracy and a tenfold improvement in inventory counting speed, enabling the business to save time, costs and eliminate interruptions to its core operations.

DCL Logistics supports brands looking to scale quickly without compromising inventory accuracy. Traditionally, continuous cycle counts required significant hours of manual labour to physically verify stock levels and that goods were stored in the right locations. This was a time-intensive process that could disrupt operations. For many brands, inventory is equivalent to cash and accuracy is paramount for confident decision making and financial reporting. In addition to this, end customers have high expectations for accurate and timely order fulfilment, which in turn is key to customer retention.

By implementing DexoryView, DCL Logistics now has the ability to perform inventory audits on a daily and weekly basis and provide real-time data to its customers so that they are confident in knowing exactly what inventory they have on hand. This consistency allows DCL Logistics’ customers to ensure that their order fulfilment is uninterrupted, and end-customers receive their products quicker, while DCL Logistics is able to save valuable hours of conducting manual inventory checks.

Key results and benefits

Since deploying DexoryView, DCL Logistics has seen the following benefits and impacts to its business:
• 14% improvement in pallet location accuracy – this has resulted in more consistent and trustworthy inventory data.
• Tenfold increase in inventory counting speed – compared to drone-based cycle counting which the company trailed previously.
• 16 hours of labour saved per day – freeing up the inventory team to focus on higher-value planning and strategic initiatives such as warehouse space optimisation and customised customer projects.
• Less reliance on annual physical inventory counts – Greater trust in product availability allows a reduction in costly, time-intensive annual physical inventory counting, eliminating operational disruptions and improving fiscal accuracy.

“DexoryView has allowed us to significantly improve the quality of our inventory accuracy, ensuring that our teams have rich and reliable data at their disposal at the start of every shift ensuring discrepancies are fixed before they have a negative impact on our operations,” says Dave Tu, President at DCL Logistics. “Robotics automation most obviously increases the speed of our daily cycle counting, but it’s the substantial increase in accuracy rates over an accelerated time period that allows our operations to move faster and smarter for our customers, while giving our teams more time focus on higher value initiatives.”

The availability of real-time data from the warehouse ensures that DCL Logistics is able to catch and correct discrepancies before they escalate into business disrupting events. This, in-turn, increases customer satisfaction and confidence that DCL Logistics is the partner of choice for brands looking to scale quickly.

“Operating in an environment where accuracy is key, DCL Logistics has shown how automation and real-time data can elevate inventory management to meet the needs of modern commerce,” says Oana Jinga, Chief Commercial and Product Officer at Dexory. “Together, with DCL Logistics, we are enabling not just the transformation of how data is used in the warehouse but allowing the brands they work with to scale confidently with real-time accuracy.”

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Infios, a global player in adaptable supply chain execution, today announced that it has been positioned as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for the seventh consecutive year. Infios was recognized for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision in the warehouse management space. Infios rebranded in March 2025 and is noted as Infios (Körber) in this report.

The Gartner Magic Quadrant for WMS evaluates, “the WMS products across a range of criteria, including technology, functionality and usability. We consider the depth and flexibility of core capabilities such as receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, replenishment, quality assurance and cycle counting.” Leaders in the WMS market are present in a high percentage of new WMS deals, win a significant number of them and have a large and growing customer base.

“Our team’s unwavering commitment to innovation and customer success are driving the future of supply chain execution at Infios,” said Ed Auriemma, CEO of Infios. “We’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, helping our clients navigate increasingly complex global supply chain challenges. Our rise to one of the highest positions on the Ability to Execute axis reflects our mission to deliver solutions that not only meet today’s needs but anticipate tomorrow’s opportunities.”

Infios integrates order management, warehousing and fulfillment and transportation management into a comprehensive suite of solutions, equipping businesses with the tools they need to navigate today’s complex supply chain landscape. Infios is dedicated to its customers, evolving with them to provide scalable, adaptable solutions that meet their changing needs. This flexibility enables customers to optimize every aspect of their operations with versatile, scalable, and future-ready capabilities.

“Infios’s software has a no-limit technology to the kind of creativity we can express in driving efficiency and adding clientele. We look forward to creating things together here… through the combination of what we love doing and Infios enables us to do,” said Julian Van Erlach, SVP Global Supply Chain at FabFitFun. “I would, without reservation, recommend Infios.”

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Jungheinrich and EP Equipment have agreed on a strategic partnership under the motto ‘Shaping the future of material handling together’. This collaboration aims to deliver significant benefits to customers worldwide by combining the strengths of both companies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in material handling operations globally.

Enhancing product offering

Leveraging their combined expertise, Jungheinrich and EP Equipment will focus on customer-centric and innovative industrial trucks, making both parties more competitive in their product offerings. As a starting point EP Equipment will support the portfolio extension of Jungheinrich with its new Mid-Tech brand ‘AntOn by Jungheinrich’, focussing on electric counterbalance and warehouse trucks. With parallel histories and a shared focus on electric material handling equipment, both companies have, over the last decades, driven innovation and thereby changed the industry.

Dr Lars Brzoska, CEO of Jungheinrich, stated: “We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with EP Equipment, as it will be a significant benefit for our customers. The portfolio extension will be a key part of our Strategy 2030+, in order to strengthen our position in the booming Mid-Tech market. Together with EP, we are able to provide a comprehensive full-liner truck portfolio – simply the right truck for every customer.”

John He, CEO of EP Equipment, added: “The partnership with Jungheinrich is yet another step in our mission to transform the industry from IC forklifts to electric. Together, we will further enhance our economies of scale in production, learn from each other and further strengthen our position as the leading players in lithium-ion powered material handling equipment.”

Combined strengths delivering superior value to customers

EP Equipment is a leading player in lithium-ion-based material handling trucks, shaping the future of the industry through innovative solutions with a clear focus on green energy. EP is active through a global dealer network servicing customers all around the world. Jungheinrich is one of the world’s leading providers of material handling solutions and a trusted partner of customers worldwide, with a strong global footprint and an exceptional direct sales and service network. Since 1953 the company has always focused on highly innovative electric material handling equipment and is the pioneer of lithium-ion technology in its industry.

By combining these strengths and the shared history of electrification and innovation, the partnership promises to deliver superior value to all customers and opens up the potential for further strategic cooperation opportunities along the entire value chain. Both partners are committed to exploring additional opportunities as they move forward.

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